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Is parkinsons disease hereditary

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Yes, Parkinson's is hereditary. Studies show that first-degree relatives of Parkinson's victims are two times more likely to develop the disease than relatives in families in which there is no history of Parkinson's.

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Source: PARKINSON'S DISEASE | Serendip's Exchange | serendip.brynmawr.edu

Description: Studies show that first-degree relatives of Parkinson's victims are two times more likely to develop the disease than relatives in families in which there is no history of Parkinson's.

Nov 12, 10:50am

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Some scientists theorize that genetic mutations or environmental toxins may play a role in Parkinson's disease. ChaCha!

It has been known that mutations in gene encoding a protein, alpha-synuclein cause Parkinson's disease in certain families.

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